June is nearly over and if you haven't done so, now might be a good time to give your business its six-month check-up. Are you meeting your 2011 goals? Is your revenue on track? Have you implemented your marketing plan?
By taking some time to answer these and other questions, you will be able to make any corrections before the year slips away. For example, I've had to adjust my quarterly taxes because of changes in my revenue, thus saving me money now and still keeping me current with my taxes.
Don't let June end without scheduling your business's semi-annual check-up.
Until next time,
Sarah
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Work-From-Home Job Spotlight: Educational Placement Manager
Each Thursday, I’m highlighting a work-from-home job or business.
Job Description: An educational placement manager works with college and private high schools to contract with international students for the school programs.
Education: Bachelor’s degree pertaining to education a plus. English as a second language training also important.
Skills: The ability to work with students online and by phone to ensure a good fit between student and school.
Job outlook: With more schools seeking international students, this is a promising field.
Possible employers: Kaplan is one educational company that hires at-home employees. Other resources include collegeboard.com, guardian.com, privateboardingschool.com and privateschool.com.
Preparation: Brush up your resume and check out the above-mentioned resources for possible employers.
Get your foot in the door: Contact a company and see if you could shadow a work-from-home employee to see if you’ll be a good fit for this type of position.
Testimony: “I love working with schools on the student’s behalf to negotiate rates and terms, etc. I also enjoy working for Kaplan as they have allowed me to work from home and around my schedule,” says Rebekah, a mother of three from Tujunga, Calif., who has worked for the company at home for four years. “I’ve been to the office twice in the past four years.”
Until next time,
Sarah
Job Description: An educational placement manager works with college and private high schools to contract with international students for the school programs.
Education: Bachelor’s degree pertaining to education a plus. English as a second language training also important.
Skills: The ability to work with students online and by phone to ensure a good fit between student and school.
Job outlook: With more schools seeking international students, this is a promising field.
Possible employers: Kaplan is one educational company that hires at-home employees. Other resources include collegeboard.com, guardian.com, privateboardingschool.com and privateschool.com.
Preparation: Brush up your resume and check out the above-mentioned resources for possible employers.
Get your foot in the door: Contact a company and see if you could shadow a work-from-home employee to see if you’ll be a good fit for this type of position.
Testimony: “I love working with schools on the student’s behalf to negotiate rates and terms, etc. I also enjoy working for Kaplan as they have allowed me to work from home and around my schedule,” says Rebekah, a mother of three from Tujunga, Calif., who has worked for the company at home for four years. “I’ve been to the office twice in the past four years.”
Until next time,
Sarah
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
School Ends--Now What?
If you're like me and don't usually have childcare, summer vacation for your school-age children can seem daunting. Here are a few tips on keeping your kids out of trouble and out of your hair.
1. Schedule some fun activities throughout the summer. Make up a calendar with the events clearly marked. If they know something different is coming up, they will likely be more willing to let you work in peace, especially if they know misbehavior will result in canceling the outing.
2. Create a list of things to do when they utter the words "I'm bored." Get creative and you can probably come up with a fairly long list. Give each child an age-appropriate list and tell them that whenver they feel bored, they should do something on the list. Email me if you want to see the list for my kids.
3. Make a jobs jar for when they start whining about having nothing to do. Make them pick a slip of paper from the jar that has a chore on it they don't normally do, like dust the baseboards or sort their sock drawer. Remind them that the job has to be done to your satisfaction or it must be done again.
4. Be spontaneous. Surprise the kids every once in a while with a trip to the ice cream place or a water ballon fight in the backyard. Bring out a new DVD (new to them, that is) and pop popcorn for an afternoon matinee.
Summertime doesn't have to give you the blues when it comes to juggling your children and your at-home work. Try these ideas and I hope your summer is smooth sailing.
Until next time,
Sarah
1. Schedule some fun activities throughout the summer. Make up a calendar with the events clearly marked. If they know something different is coming up, they will likely be more willing to let you work in peace, especially if they know misbehavior will result in canceling the outing.
2. Create a list of things to do when they utter the words "I'm bored." Get creative and you can probably come up with a fairly long list. Give each child an age-appropriate list and tell them that whenver they feel bored, they should do something on the list. Email me if you want to see the list for my kids.
3. Make a jobs jar for when they start whining about having nothing to do. Make them pick a slip of paper from the jar that has a chore on it they don't normally do, like dust the baseboards or sort their sock drawer. Remind them that the job has to be done to your satisfaction or it must be done again.
4. Be spontaneous. Surprise the kids every once in a while with a trip to the ice cream place or a water ballon fight in the backyard. Bring out a new DVD (new to them, that is) and pop popcorn for an afternoon matinee.
Summertime doesn't have to give you the blues when it comes to juggling your children and your at-home work. Try these ideas and I hope your summer is smooth sailing.
Until next time,
Sarah
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Work-From-Home Job Spotlight: eBay Seller
Each Thursday, I’m highlighting a work-from-home job or business.
Job Description: An eBay seller sells products, either new or used, on eBay.
Education: None necessary.
Skills: The ability to take digital photographs and write descriptions of products.
Job outlook: Many people have successful eBay stores, and if you can find the right niche, this could be a profitable venture.
Possible employers: Ebay has a variety of subcategories, so check out which one would be right for your products.
Preparation: Carefully consider which product type to focus on, such as collectibles or vintage toys. Research the category and watch the auctions of similar products to get a feel for how the products could sell.
Get your foot in the door: Start out small to avoid having too much unsold inventory. Keep an eye on your eBay costs, too.
Until next time,
Sarah
Job Description: An eBay seller sells products, either new or used, on eBay.
Education: None necessary.
Skills: The ability to take digital photographs and write descriptions of products.
Job outlook: Many people have successful eBay stores, and if you can find the right niche, this could be a profitable venture.
Possible employers: Ebay has a variety of subcategories, so check out which one would be right for your products.
Preparation: Carefully consider which product type to focus on, such as collectibles or vintage toys. Research the category and watch the auctions of similar products to get a feel for how the products could sell.
Get your foot in the door: Start out small to avoid having too much unsold inventory. Keep an eye on your eBay costs, too.
Until next time,
Sarah
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Surveying Customers
Ever wonder how or if you even should survey your customers? Check out my June At Home News e-newsletter for tips and ideas of surveying.
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Until next time,
Sarah
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Until next time,
Sarah
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